Last Updated on 2 weeks ago by Haruna Ayuba
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta, has released its approved academic calendar for the 2026/2027 first semester. Fresh ND I and HND I students began registration on September 21, 2026, lectures start on October 12, and first-semester examinations run from March 1 to March 20, 2027. The Academic Board approved the calendar on September 21, 2026. Here is the complete, verified schedule.
Status: Confirmed. These dates come from the official calendar published on MAPOLY’s website. Only the first-semester calendar has been released. The second-semester calendar will be added when MAPOLY publishes it.
- Key Highlights
- MAPOLY 2026/2027 Academic Calendar for Fresh Students
- MAPOLY 2026/2027 Academic Calendar for Returning Students
- Lectures, Tests and Examinations
- 2025/2026 Second Semester Results Timeline
- Other Calendar Items
- How MAPOLY's 2026/2027 Calendar Compares With Last Session
- What Fresh Students Should Do Now
- About Moshood Abiola Polytechnic
- Frequently Asked Questions: MAPOLY Academic Calendar 2026/2027
- Update Log
- Final Thoughts
Key Highlights
| Item | Date |
|---|---|
| Calendar approved | Monday, September 21, 2026 |
| First semester begins, fresh students resume | Monday, September 21, 2026 |
| Returning non-SIWES students resume | Monday, October 5, 2026 |
| Lectures begin | Monday, October 12, 2026 |
| Deadline for fees and registration | Friday, November 20, 2026 |
| SIWES students resume | Monday, November 30, 2026 |
| Mid-semester tests | February 1 to 6, 2027 |
| Matriculation | Wednesday, February 24, 2027 |
| First semester exams | March 1 to 20, 2027 |
| Second semester begins | Monday, April 5, 2027 |
| Source | MAPOLY official calendar, approved September 21, 2026 |
MAPOLY 2026/2027 Academic Calendar for Fresh Students
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of first semester, payment of school fees, resumption and registration (ND I and HND I, full-time and part-time) | Monday, September 21, 2026 |
| Deadline for payment of fees and end of registration (all fresh and non-SIWES students) | Friday, November 20, 2026 |
| Orientation for fresh students (at departments and schools) | February 1 to 5, 2027 |
| Matriculation | Wednesday, February 24, 2027 |
MAPOLY 2026/2027 Academic Calendar for Returning Students
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Resumption and registration by returning non-SIWES students (all HND II, full-time and part-time) | Monday, October 5, 2026 |
| Publication of course allocation, workload and lecture timetables | October 5 to 9, 2026 |
| Lectures begin for all fresh and returning non-SIWES students | Monday, October 12, 2026 |
| Resumption and start of lectures for SIWES students | Monday, November 30, 2026 |
The calendar names all HND II students as returning non-SIWES students and does not list ND II separately. If you are an ND II student, confirm your resumption date with your department.
Lectures, Tests and Examinations
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Christmas and end-of-year break (no lectures) | December 23, 2026 to January 1, 2027 |
| Mid-semester test for all students | February 1 to 6, 2027 |
| End of lectures and practicals | Saturday, February 20, 2027 |
| Revision week | February 22 to 27, 2027 |
| First semester examinations (full-time and part-time, three weeks) | March 1 to 20, 2027 |
| End of 2026/2027 first semester | Saturday, March 20, 2027 |
| End-of-semester break for academic staff | March 22 to April 2, 2027 |
| Second semester begins, with lectures for all students | Monday, April 5, 2027 |
The mid-semester tests in GNS 101, GNS 201, GNS 301 and GNS 401 are computer-based (CBE).
2025/2026 Second Semester Results Timeline
Returning students waiting on their results can follow this schedule.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Marking of 2025/2026 second semester scripts | September 21 to October 2, 2026 |
| Deadline for submitting results to HoDs and uploading online | Friday, October 9, 2026 |
| Consideration by Departmental Board of Studies | October 12 to 16, 2026 |
| Consideration by School Board of Studies | October 19 to 23, 2026 |
| Results processing on the portal and at CITM | October 26 to 30, 2026 |
| Submission of results to the Deputy Registrar, Academics I | November 2 to 6, 2026 |
| Academic Board meeting on 2025/2026 second semester results | November 9 to 13, 2026 |
| 2025/2026 third semester examination for part-time students | September 21 to 25, 2026 |
Other Calendar Items
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Statutory Academic Board meetings | December 14, 2026, February 15, 2027 and April 5, 2027 |
| Examination Planning Committee meetings | February 4 and February 18, 2027 |
| MAPOLY Staff Sports Festival | February 3 to 5, 2027 |
How MAPOLY’s 2026/2027 Calendar Compares With Last Session
MAPOLY is starting noticeably earlier this session.
| Milestone | 2025/2026 | 2026/2027 |
|---|---|---|
| First semester begins | October 27, 2025 | September 21, 2026 |
| Lectures begin | November 10, 2025 | October 12, 2026 |
| Matriculation | March 4, 2026 | February 24, 2027 |
| First semester exams begin | March 9, 2026 | March 1, 2027 |
What Fresh Students Should Do Now
- Accept your admission. If you were offered admission, accept it on JAMB CAPS and confirm your provisional admission on MAPOLY’s admission portal. MAPOLY’s latest admission batch announced in August 2026 set an acceptance deadline of August 31, 2026, so check MAPOLY’s notices if you were admitted later.
- Pay fees and register. Use the MAPOLY student portal at my.mapoly.edu.ng. Check the amounts on MAPOLY’s approved school fees page before paying.
- Beat the deadline. Fees and registration close on November 20, 2026 for all fresh and non-SIWES students.
- Keep your receipts. Save every payment receipt and your registration confirmation.
About Moshood Abiola Polytechnic
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) is a public polytechnic at Ojere in Abeokuta, Ogun State. It was founded as Ogun State Polytechnic and renamed after Chief M.K.O. Abiola. MAPOLY runs ND and HND programmes across five schools: Environmental Studies, Business and Management Studies, Engineering, Communication and Information Technology, and Science and Technology.
Frequently Asked Questions: MAPOLY Academic Calendar 2026/2027
When does the MAPOLY 2026/2027 first semester begin?
The first semester began on Monday, September 21, 2026. That date covers payment of school fees and resumption and registration for fresh ND I and HND I students, full-time and part-time.
When do lectures start at MAPOLY for 2026/2027?
Lectures begin on Monday, October 12, 2026 for all fresh and returning non-SIWES students. SIWES students resume and start lectures on Monday, November 30, 2026.
When do returning students resume at MAPOLY?
Returning non-SIWES students, listed in the calendar as all HND II students, resume on Monday, October 5, 2026. The calendar does not list ND II separately, so ND II students should confirm with their department.
What is the deadline for MAPOLY fees and registration?
The deadline for payment of fees and end of registration for all fresh and non-SIWES students is Friday, November 20, 2026.
When are the MAPOLY first semester exams for 2026/2027?
First semester examinations for all full-time and part-time students run from Monday, March 1 to Saturday, March 20, 2027, a period of three weeks. Revision week is February 22 to 27, 2027.
When is the MAPOLY matriculation ceremony for 2026/2027?
Matriculation is scheduled for Wednesday, February 24, 2027.
When are the MAPOLY mid-semester tests?
Mid-semester tests for all students run from Monday, February 1 to Saturday, February 6, 2027. The GNS 101, 201, 301 and 401 tests are computer-based.
When does the MAPOLY second semester start?
The 2026/2027 second semester and its lectures begin on Monday, April 5, 2027 for all students. MAPOLY has not yet published the full second-semester calendar.
When will MAPOLY consider the 2025/2026 second semester results?
The Academic Board is scheduled to consider the 2025/2026 second semester results from November 9 to 13, 2026, after departmental and school board reviews in October.
Where can I download the official MAPOLY academic calendar?
The approved calendar is available as a PDF on the Academic Calendar page of MAPOLY’s website at mapoly.edu.ng/academic-calendar.
Update Log
- September 24, 2026: First-semester 2026/2027 calendar published, as approved by the Academic Board on September 21, 2026. Second-semester calendar not yet released.
Final Thoughts
MAPOLY’s 2026/2027 first semester runs from September 21, 2026 to March 20, 2027, with lectures starting October 12 and exams from March 1. Fresh students should pay fees and complete registration before November 20, and returning students should watch for the October 5 resumption. If you are still choosing a school, see the MAPOLY cut-off mark and our list of Post UTME forms for 2026/2027. If MAPOLY changes any date, drop a comment and we will update this page.
Source: Dates in this guide come from the First Semester 2026/2027 Academic Calendar published on the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic website (mapoly.edu.ng), approved by the Academic Board on September 21, 2026. Comparison dates for 2025/2026 come from MAPOLY’s official announcement of its 2025/2026 calendar. This page will be updated as soon as MAPOLY announces any change. If you see a difference between our dates and MAPOLY’s official notices, tell us in the comments.
Disclaimer: Academic calendars are set by MAPOLY’s Academic Board and can change at any time. Always verify on the official MAPOLY website before making any plans or payments. CampusNinja is not affiliated with Moshood Abiola Polytechnic and is not responsible for changes made after our last update.
